AoS1 Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the high baroque choral style
A
Virtuostic solo vocal parts Homophonic/chordal sections alternate with contrapuntal music Melismas Word painting Straightforward dynamics
2
Q
Describe the classical style
A
Simple harmonies based around primary chords
Even length phrases
Chordal accompaniment
Contrasting sections with varying melody, dynamics and rhythm
Wind instruments given solos or used to double other parts
Counterpoint used for dramatic purposes
3
Q
Describe the Romantic piano style
A
Expresses emotion using chromatic harmonies, changes in tempo, extremes of dynamics and using the full range of an instrument
A sense of story line
Clearly demonstrates a player’s technical ability
4
Q
Describe requiems
A
Late romantic period
Originally a Mass for the dead in the Catholic Church
Used to express grand Romantic ideas (extreme emotions)
